Spectacular Sabah Adventures & Travel Guides

Ready for some Sabah adventures? The state of Sabah is a MUST VISIT destination if you going to Malaysia. From beaches and islands to mountains and jungles, the entire state is full of exotic plants, animals, adventures and the most delicious seafood in the world. It is also home to Babi Hutan, the best pork in the world and one of the most delicious things you will ever eat in your life 🍴

Along with the neighboring state of Sarawak, these are the only two Malaysian states on the island of Borneo -- which is split with neighboring Indonesia -- and together they form East Malaysia.

Sabah's nickname is the "Land Below the Wind" because it is located below the typhoon belt of East Asia and *never* gets hit.

Sabah my favorite part of the entire country! East Malaysia is so different from the peninsula that it is practically a different country.

Sea You In Sabah! 🏖️

Best. Food. Ever. After the last episode of Derek Eats That! featuring the worst food ever — cockroach — it seems only fitting that this week I indulge in something delicious. And Babi Hutan, also known as Sinalau Bakas, might just be the most delicious things I’ve ever eaten in my life. Sabah in East Keep Reading…

In Semporna scuba diving is the #1 pastime. There are dozens of nearby islands to dive and snorkel and hike. Sure, Sipadan Island is one of the most famous, however it is also the most expensive. That’s okay! If you want to get under the sea around Semporna without having to empty your wallet, consider Keep Reading…

Sipadan Island in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo, is one of those legendary places that every diver has heard of but few have visited. Scuba diving Sipadan Island is a breathtaking bucket-list destination. Why? Sipadan is one of the top scuba diving destinations in the world. Unfortunately, the island also has an infamous history that even now, Keep Reading…

It only took me 5 trips to Malaysia to make it to Sabah — but I want to make sure that you do not make the same mistake. Sabah is calling. Plus the sunsets in Sabah are some of the best in the world. Always so colorful, no matter where you are. Don’t believe me? Keep Reading…

Sometimes you discover awesome things by accident. That is the only way I learned of the Regatta Lepa festival of Semporna, a quiet dive town on the east coast of Sabah, Malaysia. I had been scuba diving Sipadan and neighboring islands for a few days and decided to take a day off on dry land. Keep Reading…